Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences

FACULTY

RONALD W. MAURER, Chair, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences; Professor of Social Work, 1995—
BA, Anderson University, 1971; MSSW, University of Tennessee School of Social Work, 1973; MA, Anderson University School of Theology, 1986; PhD, Tennessee State University, 2004.

PETER F. WILSON, Director of Graduate Psychology Program; Professor of Graduate Psychology, 1995—
BA, Free Will Baptist Bible College, 1973; MA, Middle Tennessee State University, 1976; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1992.

HOMER J. ADAMS, Distinguished Professor, 1948-1966; 1979—
BA, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1947; MA, George Peabody College at Vanderbilt University, 1948; PhD, George Peabody College at Vanderbilt University, 1953.

BRETT G. ARMSTRONG, Associate Professor of History and Political Science, 2001—
BS, Presbyterian College, 1986; MA, Georgia State University, 1993; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2002.

RANDY L. CARDEN, Professor of Psychology, 1981—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1978; MA, Middle Tennessee State University, 1979; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1990.

DAMARIS E. CONRAD, Associate Professor of Psychology, 2005—
BA, Thomas A. Edison State College, 1991; MS, National University, 1992; MA, National University, 1993; PhD, Capella University, 2005.

DONALD R. HARVEY, Assistant Director of the Marriage and Family Program; Professor of Graduate Psychology, 1993—
BA, Southern Nazarene University, 1970; MA, University of Alabama, 1975; PhD, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1983.

DON E. KINTNER, Professor of Psychology, 1989—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1975; MS, Tennessee State University, 1985; EdD, Tennessee State University, 1998.

F. LEROY PEPPER, Associate Professor of History, 2000—
BA, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1970; MDiv, Nazarene Theological Seminary, 1973; MA, Florida State University, 1986; PhD, Florida State University, 1993.

TERRY T. PRUITT, Professor of Graduate Psychology, 1990—
BA, David Lipscomb University, 1968; MA, Middle Tennessee State University, 1974; EdD, Vanderbilt University, 1984.

STEPHEN M. PUSEY, Professor of History and Education, 1992—
BA, Olivet Nazarene University, 1975; MA, Northern Arizona University, 1976; PhD, The Ohio State University, 1981.

L. JOY WELLS, Associate Professor of Sociology and Social Work, 1977—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1976; MA, Middle Tennessee State University, 1977; MSSW, University of Tennessee, 1985.

Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences General Information

The Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences includes the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Graduate Psychology Program. The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences offers majors in the following areas: History; History and Political Science; Social Science with a concentration in Criminology; Behavioral Science; Social Work; and Psychology. Several minors are also available: History, Political Science, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Criminology, and Family Studies.

Graduate Psychology Program

The Graduate Psychology Program offers masters degrees in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, and in Marriage and Family Therapy. Admission policies and general information about the Graduate Psychology Program can be obtained from the program office at the following address:

Graduate Psychology Program
Trevecca Nazarene University
333 Murfreesboro Road
Nashville, TN 37210-2877

(615) 248-1417
E-mail: admissions_psy@trevecca.edu

Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences

History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences have always been important areas of study at Trevecca Nazarene University. Historians and social scientists alike believe that the perceptions of people different from ourselves in time, space, and life-expressions are built upon our understanding of our own social and political experience. The department's goal, therefore, is to promote understanding of modern societies through the methods of the historian, the social scientist, and the behavioral scientist. Students desiring to enter the professional fields of teaching, historic preservation, museum-related work, law enforcement, social work, criminal justice, personnel management, behavioral research, and all levels of government service select history, history/political science, social science (criminology), social work, psychology or behavioral science as major fields. In addition, minors in history, political science, psychology, behavioral science, social science, social work, sociology, criminology and family studies may be selected to back up work in any area of study.

The program in History and Policital Science offers Pre-Law advising which is usually organized around a history major or a history/political science major but may include minors or substantial course work in communications, English and business. Thus each student is guided through a course of study tailored to meet his or her particular needs and which will maximize his or her chances of success in graduate studies. Following the counsel of graduate schools of law and practicing attorneys, the department has established a personal program for each student who plans to pursue graduate legal studies.

The BS in Psychology is designed to assist all students in acquiring an interpretation of human behavior which is in harmony with a Christian view of people and is substantiated by the empirical information of a solidly scientific psychology. The psychology major will give students a solid base of preparation for graduate study or for the post-baccalaureate work world.

The BSSW in Social Work prepares students for beginning generalist social work practice from a Christian perspective. Students wishing to work in a helping profession should consider this degree. The curriculum emphasizes the foundations of beginning generalist social work practice by including content on human behavior, social welfare policy, at-risk populations, social work research, social work practice with individuals, groups, families, large organizations and communities, field practicum skills, social work values and ethics, cultural diversity and, social and economic justice.

Within the curriculum are incorporated both classroom learning and supervised field practicums. It is required that a student complete two separate field practicums. A broad spectrum of private and public settings are utilized for field practicums, including child welfare agencies, nursing homes, hospices, hospitals, substance abuse programs, mental health services, family service agencies, services to older people, residential treatment programs, adult day care centers, domestic violence programs, shelters, criminal justice agencies, public schools, and public social services.

The BS in Social Science is designed to provide a broad, interdisciplinary background. The common core of 21 credit hours is followed by 18 credit hours of concentrated study in criminology. The Criminology Concentration is designed to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, and the legal system within a Christian context. As part of this interdisciplinary major, students are required to take courses not only in criminology, but also in other relevant areas such as political science and sociology. The concentration includes a practicum that will provide students with hands-on experience that will make them more marketable after graduation. It also includes a research component for those considering graduate work.

The BS in Behavioral Science is offered to allow students who wish a broad background in Sociology, Psychology, and/or Anthropology to obtain such study which is applicable to a variety of career fields as well as graduate work in the behavioral sciences. Students interested in behavioral science research, personnel management, social services, and secondary level teaching might choose a behavioral science major.

Mission Statement and Learning Outcomes for Academic Majors in Social and Behavioral Sciences

History Major

Mission Statement

The mission of the program in history is to equip students to be competent in the field of history, responsible and compassionate leaders, and oriented toward service.

Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in History will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the past.
2. Demonstrate an ability to apply historical perspective to contemporary issues and events.
3. Understand the background and development of the United States as it has attained its present position of world power and influence.
4. Apply Christian values to the study and interpretation of the past, always looking for more effective ways to integrate their faith and learning.
5. Prepare for employment or graduate study in history or related fields.

History/Political Science Major

Mission Statement

The mission of the program in history/political science is to equip students to be competent in the fields of history and political science, responsible and compassionate leaders, and oriented toward service.

Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in History/Political Science will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the past and of political processes.
2. Demonstrate an ability to apply historical perspective and political understanding to contemporary issues and events.
3. Understand questions of morals, ethics, justice, and democratic thought as they arise within political systems, and be able to apply Christian principles to those questions.
4. Prepare for employment or graduate study in areas related to history and/or political science.

For the Teacher Licensure Programs in History with Concentration in Government or Economics:

Majors preparing for teacher licensure in the Social Studies declare as History Education majors. They are advised jointly by an Education advisor and a History advisor. It is strongly recommended that they add concentrations in Economics and/or Government/Political Science. The learning outcomes for those discipline areas apply in those fields.

Psychology Major

Mission Statement

We intend for our graduates to be persons who are holistically developed and are of strong Christian character. We expect that they will be competent in their subject field and be responsible and compassionate leaders who have an orientation toward service.

Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in Psychology will be:

1. Competent in the knowledge base of the discipline of psychology.
2. Capable of conducting original research according to APA guidelines.
3. Prepared for graduate study in psychology.
4. Able to demonstrate a practical educational foundation in psychological skills and methods useful in the broad spectrum of psychologically-related fields.
5. Prepared to apply themselves in professions other than psychology with skills in understanding human behavior.
6. Able to understand psychological concepts, theories, and phenomena from a Christian perspective.
7. Able to demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Social Work Major

Mission Statement

The mission of the social work major at TNU is to provide social work education for leadership and service. The program is based on Christian values that promote scholarship, critical thinking, and meaningful worship for students in preparation for lives of leadership and service to the church, the community, and the world at large. It intends that its graduates be persons who are developing holistically in the cognitive, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual areas of being. Their characteristics should include competence, responsibility, compassion, and the ability to integrate Christian faith and learning in social work practice.

Learning Outcomes

Social work majors will:

1. Be competent in the knowledge base of the discipline of social work.
2. Demonstrate competency in skills for beginning social work practice.
3. Be prepared for beginning level social work practice or graduate studies in social work.
4. Demonstrate commitment to the basic values and ethics that shape social work practice from a Christian perspective.
5. Recognize and appreciate cultural and social diversity including patterns and consequences of discrimination and oppression.

Social Science Major/Criminology Concentration

Mission Statement

The social science major/criminology concentration at Trevecca Nazarene University seeks to develop competent and caring criminal justice professionals who exhibit the qualities of leadership and service from a Christian perspective in their chosen areas of community service.

Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in Social Science/Criminology concentration will:

1. Be competent in the knowledge base of the various content areas within criminology, including law enforcement, corrections, and the criminal justice system.
2. Gain an understanding of legal and justice issues, and the application of Christian principles to those questions and issues.
3. Demonstrate a comprehension of the connection between the field of criminal justice and contemporary social issues.
4. Be adequately prepared for entry-level employment in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field.
5. Be adequately prepared for graduate study in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field.
6. Demonstrate Christian compassion toward individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life, regardless of their social circumstances.

Behavioral Science Major

Mission Statement

The behavioral science major at Trevecca Nazarene University seeks to assist students in developing a Christian worldview, a compassionate spirit, and holistic perspective that will prepare them for meaningful service in the behavioral sciences or related field.

Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in Behavioral Science will:

1. Be competent in the knowledge base of the discipline of behavioral science.
2. Be adequately prepared for entry-level employment or graduate study in the behavioral sciences or related field.
3. Be able to integrate knowledge of the psychological and social processes that bear upon human behavior.
4. Be able to adequately articulate the integration of their Christian faith with their intended area of professional practice.
5. Demonstrate Christian compassion and develop socially responsible attitudes toward individuals in a variety of social settings.
6. Gain an understanding of research methodology in the behavioral sciences.

History BA

(HIS 1400 or HIS 1450, whichever is not taken in Context Tier, must be taken as Institutional Choice in Human Sciences Tier.)

3-4 electives in United States History numbered above 3000 (9-12)

4 or 5 electives in Non-United States History numbered above 2000 (12-15)

History and Political Science BA

(HIS 1400 or HIS 1450, whichever is not taken in Context Tier, must be taken as Institutional Choice in Human Sciences Tier.)

1 elective in United States History numbered above 3000 (3)

2 electives in Non-United States History numbered above 2000 (6)

3 electives in Political Science numbered above 3000 (9)

Behavioral Science BS

*PSY 2010 or SOC 2010 count as behavioral choice.

Psychology BS

Social Science BS

* PSY 2010 or SOC 2010 counts as behavioral choice; ECO 2000 or POL 2020 count as institutional choice.

Social Work BSSW

PSY 2010 General Psychology and SWK 1200 Introduction to Social Work required for major as general education human science choices.

Certification Programs for BA in History Education with Concentration in Economics or Government (K-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Program section of this Catalog for description.

Social and Behavioral Sciences Minors

Consists of 6 hours each in three of the following: political science, sociology, economics, history and geography.

Social and Behavioral Sciences Course Descriptions

HISTORY

HIS 1400—World Civilization I (3)

A course of study from ancient times to the 1500s dealing with persistent and recurring political, social, and economic issues in history that thinking people have examined and that have shaped our contemporary world. This course covers Western and non-Western cultures. Offered every semester.

HIS 1450—World Civilization II (3)

A course of study from the 1500s to the present dealing with persistent and recurring political, social, and economic issues in history that thinking people have examined and that have shaped our contemporary world. This course covers Western and non-Western cultures. Offered every semester.

HIS 2010—United States History Survey I (3)

Survey of United States' social, political, economic, and military development to 1877. Offered annually.

HIS 2020—United States History Survey II (3)

Survey of United States' social, political, economic, and military development from 1877 to the present. Offered annually.

HIS 2200—European History Survey I (3)

A survey of the political, economic, intellectual and social developments in the Mediterranean Basin and Western Europe from ancient civilizations until 1650. Offered alternate years.

HIS 2300—European History Survey II (3)

Covers European history from 1650 until 1914. It traces the development of nation states with respect to the social, political, intellectual, and economic revolutions of Europe.

Prerequisite for 3000/4000 level history courses: HIS 1400 or HIS 1450.

HIS 3120—Revolutionary War (3)

A study in the social, political, and economic causes and consequences of the American Revolution and the conflict's impact on the formation and development of the country from the French and Indian War to the Constitution's ratification.

HIS 3130—Civil War and Reconstruction (3)

A study of Civil War's social, political, economic, and military aspects from the Ante-bellum era to Reconstruction. Alternate years.

HIS 3140—The United States in World War II (3)

A study of the United States during the World War II era that includes the conflict's origins and aftermath, as well as its social, political, military, and economic impact. Alternate years.

HIS 3170—Latin American History (3)

A survey of the development of the Central and South American nations, from settlement to the present day. Alternate years.

HIS 3180—Living History Seminar (2-4)

In-depth travel seminars to selected sites of historical significance in the U.S. and Europe.

HIS 3200—Twentieth Century Europe (3)

Focuses on European political, diplomatic, and social trends from World War I until the present. Alternate years.

HIS 3210—Middle Tennessee History Seminar (3)

In-depth travel seminar involving the study of Middle Tennessee history. Offered annually.

HIS 3220—East Tennessee History Seminar (3)

In-depth travel seminar involving the study of East Tennessee history. Summer only.

HIS 3250—Modern British History (3)

A survey of the British Isles, emphasizing the growth of British democracy and its influence on the American system. Offered as warranted.

HIS 3260—History of Asia (3)

Examines the political, social and economic development of Russia and the Far Eastern nations. Offered alternate years.

HIS 3400—History of Russia (3)

A survey of the political, religious, and cultural changes in Russia from the tenth century through the present.

HIS 3500—Revolutions and Reformations (3)

Explores the major events of European history between the years 1450 and 1700, including the Catholic Reformation and protestant reformations and political revolutions in England, France, the Netherlands, and the Holy Roman Empire. The course is designed to trace the development of early modern European civilization and its profound religious and political influence upon the subsequent development of the modern world.

HIS 3900—Special Topics in European History (3)

Explores a variety of particular topics in European history as designated by the professor.

HIS 4200—Historical Research (3)

Concentrates on the process of historical research with particular attention to research methodology and preparation of a research paper. Offered annually. Prerequisite: a minimum of twelve hours in history.

HIS 433R—Readings in History (1-3)

Great historical writings, adapted to the student's needs and interests. Limited to advanced students, approved by instructor.

HIS 4330—Directed Study in History (1-3)

Independent projects under faculty direction in areas of special interest to students.

HIS 4700—Senior Seminar (1)

A culminating seminar for History, History/Political Science and Social Science majors. This course will involve research and writing in the major area and an exit examination with members of the major department faculty. Offered annually.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

POL 2000—Introduction to Political Science (3)

The basic theory, vocabulary, and methods of analysis in the study of politics. Alternate years.

POL 2020—American Political Institutions (3)

The origins and development of American government, with emphasis on the concept of participatory democracy as practiced in our republican form. Offered annually.

POL 3000—International Relations (3)

Examines the basic factors of contemporary world politics; the state system, ideologies, nationalism, imperialism, and nongovernmental organizations. Alternate years.

POL 3010—Contemporary Political Thought (3)

Analyzes major theorists and schools of modem political thought including current ideologies. Alternate years.

POL 3020—American Constitutional Law (3)

An introduction to major issues in constitutional development, particularly in the areas of civil rights and personal freedoms. Offered as warranted.

POL 3030—Introduction to Legal Studies (3)

Designed to provide an introduction to the concept of legal education, to the requirements and procedures for entry into graduate law school, and to cover some of the standard legal terminology and concepts utilized in the American system. The class uses the seminar format, and sample LSAT tests will be used as preparation for application to law school. Alternate years.

POL 3040—State and Local Government (3)

Designed to introduce the student to the historical development of principles and practices of modern government systems at the state and local levels. The classroom experience will be supplemented by visits to state and local government meetings. Offered alternate years.

POL 3050—Federal Seminar (3)

A week-long seminar in Washington, D.C., involving participants in lectures, group sessions, and visits to various government agencies. Alternate years.

POL 3060, 3061, 3062—TISL Practicum (1), (1), (1)

A supervised experience with the annual Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature. The student participates in a four-day mock assembly, with lead up and follow-up activities, featuring the interchange of ideas on current political issues. Fall semester. Graded S/U.

POL 3070—Law and Public Policy (3)

A course designed to introduce the actors and processes involved in the formulation of public policy at all levels of government. The focus is on developing a Christian perspective on policy development and the tools with which to analyze and influence policy as a responsible citizen. Alternate years.

POL 4000—Tennessee Legislative Internship (8)

A practicum experience with the Tennessee General Assembly, directed by that body, providing direct experience as an administrative aide to an Assembly member in session. Offered Spring Semester to selected students. Graded S/U.

POL 4100—Political Science Project (4)

An optional research project which may be taken for extra credit in conjunction with the Tennessee Legislative Internship.

POL 4330—Directed Study in Political Science (1-3)

Independent projects under faculty supervision.